What's On This Weekend: 20-23 September 2012

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*WHAT'S ON THIS WEEKEND 20 - 23 September 2012 *

*ART EXHIBITIONS*

*At Muggia (Negrisin Municipal art gallery): YOKO LENNON TITO- A 
conceptual event *and a tribute to the symbolic meeting between Yoko 
Ono, John Lennon and Josip Broz Tito, who was the head of the Yugoslav 
government for almost 40 years, an art lover and an amateur 
photographer. At the end of the Sixties, John and Yoko sent to Tito (and 
to other 50 world leaders, as well) a couple of acorns to be planted in 
the name of peace in the world. Today, these acorns have turned into two 
45-year-old oaks. Ongoing until 14/10*, *Mondays to Fridays: 10.00 - 
12.00/17.00 - 20.00; on Saturdays and Sundays: 10.00 - 13.00 /17.00 - 
20.00. Free entrance.

*"FemminileReale", *travelling photographic exhibition, literally 
ongoing until 30/10. Ten shots of common women in their daily lives 
occupy the advertisement spaces on the city buses. Marisa Ulcigrai 
(Fotografaredonna Association) created this project in support of the 
dignity of women and as a protest against portraits of women used as 
consumer goods.

For more info: 
http://www.fotografaredonna.it/acddf/web/eventi/2012-femminilereale-3.htm

*In the greenhouse of Villa Revoltella *(via Marchesetti 37)* "Frame"*, 
an art exhibition by Serena Bellini, ongoing until 25/9. This exhibition 
is, at the same time, an occasion to inaugurate the renovated space of 
the greenhouse of the Villa, particularly suitable to host a collection 
of paintings focusing on flowers, landscapes and nature in general. Open 
Mondays to Fridays: 16.30 - 19.00; Saturdays and Sundays: 10.00 - 
13.00/16.30 - 19.00. For Info: 339 6543406

*At the Modern Art Gallery "Salone degli Incanti" *(once a fish market) 
in Riva Nazario Sauro, an outstanding Photography exhibition by photo 
reporter *Monika Bulaj: "Nur/Luce ­ Appunti afgani" *(Afghan notes).* 
*Ongoing _until 30/9_, from Monday to Friday 17.00-23.00, Saturday, 
Sunday 10.00-23.00*. *_On Sunday 23/9 and 30/9: guided tours with Monika 
Bulaj at 18.00_*. *For info: 040 3226862.

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*"Colei che sola a me par donna". Women in humanist literature and daily 
life. *At _Palazzo Costanzi, Sala Veruda_ (Piazza Piccola 3) - Ongoing 
until 23/9 - Open each day 10.00-13.00 and 17.00-20.00) _Museo 
Petrarchesco Piccolomineo_ (Via Madonna del Mare 13, c/o Biblioteca 
Civica Attilio Hortis) - Ongoing until 5/1/2013 - Open Mondays - 
Saturdays: 9.00-13.00; on Thursdays 15-19. In these two locations, the 
exhibition outlines the relationship between the female ideal described 
in humanist literature codified by Francesco Petrarca and the effective 
condition of women at that time (1300-1400). Entrance: free. For info: 
040-6758184 
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*MAJOR EVENT IN TRIESTE NEXT WEEK*

*"Trieste NEXT" Event from 28 - 30 September 2012 **/ /**A European 
Innovation and Science Research Forum* (28-30 September 2012), the first 
edition of a major event downtown and a laboratory in which applied 
research and new technologies, concrete ideas and solutions coexist and 
find practical application that can enhance community wealth and 
business competitiveness. Meetings, keynote speeches by distinguished 
speakers, scientists, shows and performances will present science and 
its developments in an innovative way.*//*

This edition is entitled "*S.A.V.E. the FOOD*", with a special section 
focused on food in a tradion-vs-innovation perspective.

On *Saturday, 29 September* *at 15:00* at the Scuola Superiore di Lingue 
Moderne per interpreti e traduttori in via Filzi, 14 (near piazza 
Oberdan) ICTP will present a Round Table on "Climate Change: What impact 
on developing countries?" with Filippo Giorgi, G. Spataro, L. Brito, C. 
Carraro, M. Jaroslav. And also, on* 29/9 at 15.00* in Piazza Unità, ICTP 
will present "Non-numerical recipes: recipes from all over the world by 
the ICTP researchers and employees".

The programme of the event is very vast, some activities must also be 
booked beforehand, see the website: *www.triestenext.it*

*Revoltella MUSEUM *

*The Baron and the Archduke. Overseas dreams. **Following the success 
and great demand, there will be a few r*eplicas in September: on 
Thursday, Friday and Saturday (20 to 22 Sept.) at 19.00 & 20.30 and on 
Sunday 23rd at 11.00 and 18.00.

/This is a new story with new characters (Maximilian of Austria and 
Empress Sissi, coming back to Trieste from the Isle of Madera) in a new 
touring show through the rooms of this wonderful palace-museum. Once 
again, you'll have the honour of meeting the Archduke Maximilian. 
Tickets/: 10 Euro. Max 35 spectators/each show. Booking required by 
phone: 040/6754350.

*SCIENTIFIC MUSEUMS*

*Guided tours, Mondays to Sundays, only until 13/10 (at no extra cost 
besides the entrance ticket):*

*Museum of the Sea *(Museo del Mare* *in Via Campo Marzio, 5)*: *each 
Thursday at 11.00 (sea story of Trieste)**

*Acquarium *(Acquario Marino* *at the Ex Fish Market, Riva N.Sauro 1)*: 
*each Friday at 17.30 (fishes and reptiles on display)**

*Botanical Gardens* (Orto Botanico* *in Via Marchesetti):* *each 
Saturday and Sunday from 10.00 to 12.00 (rocks and fossils); each 
Wednesday at 10.00 (plants and curiosities)

*Natural History Museum *(Museo di Storia naturale in Via dei Tominz):* 
*each Monday at 10.00 _(in English at 12.00_) on Dinosaur "Antonio" and 
other findings.

*CLASSICAL MUSIC*

*On Friday 21/9 at the Miramare Castle's Throne Hall* at *20.00*, the 
XIV Edition of Concerts at the Castle 2012, organized by the 
Conservatorio Giuseppe Tartini of Trieste. "Il fascino vocale 
dell'Ottocento" (The vocal charm of the 19th century): music by Debussy, 
Verdi, Liszt, Duparc, Strauss, Rossini, Puccini and Massenet. Ms 
Rossella Fracaros, pianist, will accompany the Croatian singer Ms Mila 
Soldatic.

Final concert *on Tuesday 25/9: *"Le suggestioni del canto romantico" 
(The charm of romantic songs), with music by Brahms, Schubert and 
Dvorak. The events are free of charge; pay only the entrance to the 
castle (euro 4, reduced euro 2). For more info: Tel. 040 224143.

*On Friday 21/9 at 20.30 (and Saturday 22/9 at 18.00) the symphony 
season at Verdi Theatre *presents music by Ludwig Van Beethoven: Die 
Weihe des Hauses op.124 (overture) and Christus am Olberge op .85 
(Oratorio for solo voices, choir and orchestra). The Orchestra is 
directed by Maestro Wayne Marshall, the Chorus by Maestro Paolo Vero. 
For Info and tickets: http://www.teatroverdi-trieste.com or green number 
(free of charge, from 9.00 to 21.00 from Monday to Saturday) 800.09.03.73.

*TOUR TRIESTE*

The Friuli Venezia Giulia* TOURIST POINT *at the corner of Piazza Unità 
organizes* guided walking tours (in Italian and English) every day at 
10:30*. On _Saturdays_, _there is an additional tour at 16.30_. This 
Saturday 22/9: Trieste, literary atmosphere. Each tour lasts 2 hours and 
costs euro 5/head. There is also the possibility of visiting the city by 
yourself with an audio-guide that you may rent there. Open every day 
from 9.00 - 19.00. Language services in Italian, English, German or 
French. For more info call the FVG Tourist Info Point in via 
dell'Orologio nr.1 at the corner of Piazza Unità. Tel: 040 3478312 or 
check: http://www.turismofvg.it

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*The Miramare Castle *is right next to the ICTP and is open every day 
from 9.00 to 18.30. Entrance to the surrounding park is free (8.00 - 
19.00). The castle with its lovely decor and furnishings, paintings, 
rooms full of history is not to be missed. For more info: 
www.castello-miramare.it**

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*The Duino Castle* is one of the most attractive castles in Europe and 
is still the official residence of the Torre e Tasso royal family. From 
its cliff top location there is a stunning view of the sea as it 
overlooks a small fishing village and is surrounded by colourful, 
extensive gardens. Inside, you can admire the furnishings, paintings, 
books and mementoes collected over centuries; visit its beautiful park 
and the World War 2 bunker. It is open from 9.30 to 17.30; closed on 
Tuesdays. On Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th a new part of the park will 
be open to the public. During this week end the entrance ticket will 
cost an additional Euro 2.00/head. For more info/: /www.castellodiduino.it

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*The Giant Cave - Grotta Gigante*

The cave is considered the largest tourist cave in the world, situated 
on the Triestine Karst and an exclusive feature of the cave is the 
horizontal pendulum, constructed by university researchers in order to 
calculate the slightest movements of the earth's crust. The temperature 
is constantly around 11º and the tour lasts around one hour. Open from 
10.00 to 18.00 (from October: 10.00 - 16.00). Entrance tickets: Euro 
11.00; for groups of over 15 persons Euro 5/head. For more info/: 
/www.grottagigante.it

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*_CAFES, FOOD AND WINE IN TRIESTE_*__

_Trieste's historical cafes_: The Tommaseo Cafe' (Riva 3 Novembre) and 
the San Marco Cafe' (Via Battisti 13) are places where writers, 
intellectuals and artists still meet. Presentation of books, art 
exhibits and musical evenings are held there.

_Best ice cream in town_: Gelateria Zampolli, in via Ghega near the 
train station or in Viale XX Settembre, where ice creams are made in the 
traditional way with over 68 flavours.

*NATURE AT ITS BEST:*

*Hiking in Val Rosandra (half or full day), Trieste*

/Provided the weather is fine and sunny, t/he Val Rosandra Valley 
encloses a remarkable natural environment and a walk through its paths, 
and by the stream and natural ponds, surrounded by typical carsic 
vegetation is worth it. Make sure you have good sneakers on and enough 
water. Walk along colour-marked footpaths, each marked by CAI (Italian 
Alpine Club), ranging from very easy paths to others that require 
certain ability. There are easily accessible caves for speleologists and 
archaeology lovers. You can reach the Valley by taking Bus 40 from the 
Central Train Station in Trieste and get off in Bagnoli della Rosandra.

*"La Napoleonica" Panoramic route* mostly overlooking the sea, on the 
Trieste karst. Take Bus 4 from Piazza Oberdan to the "Obelisco" and go 
walking or jogging on the Napoleonica (Napoleon's path). If you wish, 
you can take path number 12 (marked by C.A.I - Italian Alpine Club) and 
reach the Sanctuary of Monte Grisa, proceed to Opicina through the Via 
Crucis path (number 12) and finally return to the Obelisk and take the 
bus back to the city.

*MISCELLANEOUS*

*On Sunday 23/9: **"Rampigada Santa"* *Competition* (walking, running or 
biking uphill) up the steep Via Scala Santa. Registrations to the 
competition are open at Euro 15.00/head. For those who would like to 
join just for fun, participation is free of charge! The street will be 
closed to traffic. For info and registration: 
http://www.spiz.it/rampigada-santa/1o-rampigada-santa-2012/iscrizione-rampigada-santa-201

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*Watch* *over two hundred 20th century historical videos on Trieste*, 
gathered by the Luce Institute (set up in 1924) now available on line.

http://www.youtube.com/user/CinecittaLuce/videos?query=Trieste

*OUTSIDE TRIESTE*

*At Modern Art Gallery "Luigi Spazzapan"* (Palazzo Torriani in Via 
Marziano Ciotti 51 at *Gradisca d'Isonzo*) *on Friday 21/9* at 18.30: 
*Art exhibition "Contemporanea/mente",* with works by Graziano Negri and 
Massimo Poldelmengo. Ongoing until 18/11. Open on Tuesdays, Saturdays 
and Sundays from 10.00 to 19.00; on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 
from 15.00 to 19.00. For more info: 0481 960816.

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*/The Info Point takes no responsibility whatsoever for the correctness 
or completeness of the above information. Check website: 
http://portal.ictp.it/infopoint/*

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